As conversational AI gained popularity, customers have become accustomed to instantaneous responses. Leveraging the same in your business helps you keep up with customers’ expectations while increasing your team’s efficiency.
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If there’s any player in the 2025 NFL Draft consensus big board that I absolutely love, it’s Georgia’s Jalon Walker. An EDGE/LB hybrid, Walker turned his one year starting at Georgia into a season worthy of the Butkus award, notching 6.5 sacks and being the fulcrum of a Georgia defense that could stem fronts and change the picture a lot. Now, Walker enters the NFL as one of the most coveted prospects in the class. In my post-Combine big board he was the 7th ranked player, and will more than likely finish as a top-10 player in this entire draft…
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The evolution of computing has always involved significant technological advancements. The latest advancements are a giant leap into quantum computing era. Early computers, like the ENIAC, were large and relied on vacuum tubes for basic calculations. The invention of transistors and integrated circuits in the mid-20th century led to smaller, more efficient computers. The development of microprocessors in the 1970s enabled the creation of personal computers, making technology accessible to the public. Over the decades, continuous innovation exponentially increased computing power. Now, quantum computers are in their infancy. This is using quantum mechanics principles to address complex problems beyond classical…
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Entities tied to President Donald Trump surged on Wednesday, boosting his personal fortune, after he announced a surprise 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs. What happened: Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. DJT shares were up 5.23% in after-hours trading after closing 21.7% higher at $20.27 during Wednesday’s regular trading session. Similarly, the Official Trump TRUMP/USD meme coin traded at $8.08, up 7.51% in the last 24 hours. Entities affiliated with The Trump Organization control 80% of the coin’s supply. Trump Media, the parent company of social media platform Truth Social, was co-founded by Trump, who maintains a 52.9% stake in the company,…
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How to Access Mutual Funds and Stocks in DigiLocker and ensure your nominees are informed of your holdings even when you’re no longer around. Wondering how to view your mutual fund and stock investments in one place — without digging through emails or paperwork? With DigiLocker now integrated with SEBI’s ecosystem, you can securely access all your financial holdings in just a few taps. But here’s the real game changer: what happens to your investments when you’re no longer around? DigiLocker now lets your nominated loved ones know exactly what you owned — making it easier for them to claim…
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The CDC unit that monitored all coal workers’ health, including black lung disease, is gone. Their physicians wonder, “Now what?” AILSA CHANG, HOST: President Trump’s sweeping cuts at federal health agencies include the Coal Workers’ Health Surveillance Program. Over the past half century, that program dramatically reduced black lung disease, which once sickened or killed over a third of miners. Mining communities must now grapple with its disappearance. NPR’s Yuki Noguchi reports. YUKI NOGUCHI, BYLINE: Sam Petsonk grew up in southern West Virginia, visiting patients with his father, one of the country’s first doctors to specialize in black lung disease.…
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Photo by RDNE Stock of Pexels When most people picture post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), they imagine nightmares, flashbacks, panic attacks, or visible emotional breakdowns. The media often portrays it as dramatic, disruptive, and unmistakably intense. But PTSD doesn’t always make a loud entrance. Sometimes, it walks in quietly, with a smile, and presents itself as the “perfect” partner. High-functioning PTSD is real, and it’s often overlooked. For some, trauma doesn’t lead to chaos. It leads to control. In romantic relationships, that control can manifest as emotionally over-functioning, people-pleasing, or an unwavering focus on being everything their partner wants while hiding…
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This post is part of a series sponsored by Old Republic Surety. A Medicare bond from Old Republic Surety can protect suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) from financial risks, ensure compliance with regulations, and help maintain Medicare billing privileges. The healthcare industry operates under strict regulations to ensure that Medicare beneficiaries receive quality care from trustworthy providers. As part of this regulatory framework, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) mandates that suppliers of durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics and supplies (DMEPOS) post a Medicare bond to participate in the Medicare program. Old Republic…
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Former UP star JD Cagulangan, playing for Suwon KT Sonicboom, is the latest Korean Basketball League (KBL) rookie of the year from the Philippines. –KBL SCREENGRAB Filipino import JD Cagulangan of Suwon KT Sonicboom was named Korea Basketball League (KBL)’s Rookie of the Year on Tuesday, becoming the first player in team history to win the award. Cagulangan, a standout from the University of the Philippines, received 57 out of 111 votes from the KBL press corps. He beat out teammate Park Sung-jae, who earned 32 votes. READ: JD Cagulangan makes immediate impact for Suwon in KBL Cagulangan received the…
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Snapchat has introduced Sponsored AI Lenses, a new advertising format powered by the company’s proprietary Generative AI technology. This new feature is designed to offer brands a creative and interactive way to connect with Snapchat’s user base by placing consumers at the center of AI-powered, branded experiences. According to Snapchat, Sponsored AI Lenses allow users to visualize themselves in imaginative scenarios, such as wearing ‘90s hairstyles, exploring the Wild West, or showcasing high-fashion runway styles. These personalized, AI-driven images aim to enhance self-expression while promoting brand visibility among friends. “With advancements in AI transforming the way we create and connect,…